Description
Ground Beef Orzo with Tomato Cream Sauce is a rich and creamy one-skillet meal featuring savory ground beef, tender orzo pasta, and a luscious tomato cream sauce. This comforting dish is quick, easy, and perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juices) and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Meanwhile, cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions in a separate pot. Drain and set aside.
- Once the beef mixture has simmered, reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Allow it to heat through for about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the cooked orzo to the skillet, stirring to combine everything well. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for ground beef for a lighter option.
- For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes or a splash of white wine before adding the tomatoes.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 560 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg